What India Searched for in 2024

Here’s a breakdown of what caught India’s attention this year.

Google Year in Search 2024: Top trending searches (Overall)

1. Indian Premier League
2. T20 World Cup
3. Bharatiya Janata Party
4. Election Results 2024
5. Olympics 2024
6. Excessive Heat
7. Ratan Tata
8. Indian National Congress
9. Pro Kabaddi League
10. Indian Super League

Cricket and Politics Dominate Searches

It’s no surprise that cricket reigned supreme in India’s search trends. The Indian Premier League (IPL) topped the charts yet again, cementing its place as the country’s favorite pastime. The Team's ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 win also garnered massive interest, as fans cheered on players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. 

On the political front, the 2024 general elections were a hot topic. Terms like “BJP” and “Election Results 2024” trended, highlighting the nation’s keen engagement with its democratic landscape.

Google Year in Search 2024: Top trending searches (Sports Events)

1. Indian Premier League
2. T20 world cup
3. Olympics
4. Pro Kabaddi League
5. Indian Super League
6. Women's Premier League
7. Copa America
8. Duleep Trophy
9. UEFA Euro
10. Under-19 World Cup

Entertainment: From Stree 2 to K-Dramas

In entertainment, Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor’s Stree 2 led the movie search trends, thrilling fans with its spooky narrative. Other popular films included Amitabh Bachchan’s futuristic Kalki 2898 AD and 12th Fail, which struck a chord with audiences. Sanjay 

Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi topped TV show searches, while fan-favorites like Mirzapur and Panchayat continued to trend. On the International front, K-dramas like Queen of Tears and Marry My Husband found a growing fan base in India, alongside hit series like The Last of Us.

Google Year in Search 2024: Top trending searches (Movies)

1. Stree 2
2. Kalki 2898 AD
3. 12th Fail
4. Laapataa Ladies
5. Hanu-Man
6. Maharaja
7. Manjummel Boys
8. The Greatest of All Time
9. Salaar
10. Aavesham

Culinary and Musical Explorations

India’s culinary curiosity was on full display this year. Interestingly, the Martini, a fruity cocktail, was one of the most searched recipes, sharing space with traditional favorites like Mango Pickle. Other trending dishes included Dhaniya Panjiri and Ugadi Pachadi, reflecting a blend of global and local flavors.

Music searches saw a rise in indie tracks like Nadaaniyan and Husn, while nostalgic songs from the past continued to strike a chord with the listeners.

Google Year in Search 2024: Top trending searches (Music)

1. Nadaaniyan
2. Husn
3. Illuminati
4. Katchi Sera
5. Ye Tune Kya Kiya
6. Aaj Ki Raat
7. Jo Tum Mere Ho
8. Yeh Raaten Yeh
9. Mausam
10. Aasa Kooda
11. MASHA ULTRAFUNK

Travel: Azerbaijan Steals the Show

Indian travelers looked beyond borders, with Baku, Azerbaijan becoming the year’s surprise favorite. The country's mix of history and modernity appealed to explorers. Back home, Manali and Jaipur remained go-to destinations for nature lovers and culture enthusiasts.

Google Year in Search 2024: Top trending searches (Travel)

1. Azerbaijan
2. Bali
3. Manali
4. Kazakhstan
5. Jaipur
6. Georgia
7. Malaysia
8. Ayodhya
9. Kashmir
10. South Goa

From cricket fever to K-drama fandom and experimental cocktails, India’s 2024 Google searches reveal a year filled with curiosity, exploration, and passion. What’s next for 2025? Only time, and Google, will tell!

With inputs from agencies
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